The next round of talks between the United States and Iran may take place on June 5, according to sources.
On May 24, Al Arabiya reported that the two sides are expected to reach a preliminary memorandum of understanding, after which they will negotiate unresolved issues to finalize a comprehensive agreement.
U.S. President Donald Trump told reporters at the White House on Thursday that he would not rule out the possibility of meeting with Iran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei if the two sides reach a peace deal. The day before, Trump said that negotiations with Iran were proceeding smoothly and an agreement could be reached as early as this weekend.
Trump reiterated that the United States would never allow Iran to possess nuclear weapons, claiming previous U.S. strikes had "completely destroyed" Iranian nuclear facilities.
He added that the Washington had considered sending American troops to Iranian nuclear sites to remove enriched uranium, but ultimately decided against it to avoid prolonged ground involvement and casualties. The proposed operation, he said, would have required one to two weeks, heavy equipment, and extensive airlift capabilities, making it too risky.
US, Iran may hold new talks on June 5: sources
